Bar Dolly

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   Kevin

   New York City1 review

   4.0

   Dined on February 15, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   The olives and the focaccia were delicious. Overall, the mains were average with the meatballs being the standout. The the others had too much going on with thick sauces. Portions were small, but not miniscule. Dessert was outstanding. The service was excellent. The atmosphere was pleasant. The space was smallish, but the mix of bar, tables, railing and booths worked well. Overall a decent experience, but I wouldn't go back.
   

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   Maja

   Portland15 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on February 9, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Amazing staff, delicious food, highly recommended!
   

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   Michael

   Aberdeen2 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on February 8, 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 4

   The server payment process was not very aware. They brought the check and then the receipt to sign to the wrong person. Need continuity or just do it at the table.
   

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   Mary Mae

   Greater Boston32 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on February 2, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   I really enjoyed my food and dining experience! I definitely recommend eating here, but not for a quiet night out. The space is much smaller than the main restaurant and thus became really loud when it became fully packed. The herb frites, fried chicken confit, and tiramisu were all delicious. I also ate a pasta dish with short rib meat , which was tasty, too. The food here is by far one of my favorites in a long time.
   

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   Pamela

   Portland9 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on February 1, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   This is my second time at bar Olive and I absolutely loved it. My husband and I went here for a date night and it was very special indeed.
   

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   tatia

   Denver1 review

   5.0

   Dined on January 24, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   First visit, conveniently located for our stay Nice surprise!!!
   

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   Jason

   Philadelphia1 review

   5.0

   Dined on January 22, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   This was one of the finest meals we've had in a long time. We shared "family style" and everyone agreed that every dish was delicious and expertly prepared. But the eggplant parmesan was the top choice! They share a kitchen and menu with the (fancier) sister restaurant next door, so we'll try that next time.
   

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   Jordana VIP

   New York City3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on January 17, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Amazing food, lovely ambiance, excellent service! Definitely a Portland gem
   

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   Tracy

   Philadelphia1 review

   4.0

   Dined on January 5, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   Beautiful space that was surprisingly easy to get into last minute on a Saturday evening. If you love Dolly Olive, but have trouble securing a reservation, go to Bar Dolly. Cocktails were excellent and, as expected, so was the food.
   

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    Meghan VIP

    Portland35 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Food was amazing, vibe was great, intimate, relaxing, not too noisy. Service was perfect, really attentive and friendly people and took care of everything we needed.
    

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